What is the cheapest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Oxnard and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxnard to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Oxnard and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via San Ysidro Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Oxnard and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Oxnard to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Oxnard and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Oxnard to El Cajon?

The distance between Oxnard and El Cajon is 207 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

How do I travel from Oxnard to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Oxnard to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Oxnard to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxnard to El Cajon bus from?

Oxnard to El Cajon bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Oxnard station.

Where do I catch the Oxnard to El Cajon train from?

Oxnard to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oxnard station.

Train or bus from Oxnard to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $50 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Oxnard to El Cajon bus arrive?

Oxnard to El Cajon bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the Oxnard to El Cajon train arrive?

Oxnard to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Oxnard to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxnard to El Cajon is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Oxnard to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1282+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Oxnard to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Oxnard to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, tram, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oxnard to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 39m
$51–123
Drive 186.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxnard to El Cajoncar 186.1 mi
3h 20m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oxnard to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3103
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
8h 25m
$46–66
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the bus from Oxnard to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
5h 36m
$93–261
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Oxnard to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
5h 54m
$172–497

Oxnard to El Cajon by train and tram (Amtrak)

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.4 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Oxnard, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oxnard to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oxnard to El Cajon Transit Center via San Ysidro and San Ysidro Bus Terminal in around 8h 25m.

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